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Yes summer is here in all its glory. That means heat, humidity and those pesky bugs. However, summer is a fun busy season with so many things to do. This issue is filled with both upcoming events or an update on what’s been happening. Be sure to check out “What’s Happening”.

This month in Business Today, there’s a nice little bit on a locally owned shop ran by two women. They’ve expanded and can leave custom imprints. If you like summer party ideas, check out the Cooking Corner for a new idea.

Take a minute in between chores and events to see what’s going on in the area and support the locals when you can.

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Story & photos: Jancey Smith

S um m er M om ents & M em ories

Teenagers are often heard whining, “I’m bored.

There’s nothing to do around here.” However, even in our little corner of Southern Indiana, there’s plenty to do.

Once winter breaks its grip on the area, we are out and about, whether it be playing in the garden, taking care of 4-H critters, enjoying summer sports like baseball, biking and swimming or spending some time at the local racetrack. If you know our area, there’s plenty to do between the county fair, local festivals and a church social or potluck thrown in.

After Memorial Day/ graduation weekend in the

county, we have but a few short weeks until the Haubstadt Sommerfest. This three day event highlights the German heritage in our area.

Like many of our festivals there are rides, a parade, music and food. This festival features old fashioned German food bratwurst and kraut balls are amongst the choices.

In Gibson County, we no more than come off the 4th of July weekend, until it’s time for the county fair. It’s a week full of 4-H animals, grandstand shows, favorite foods and at least one day of rain. It’s also a great place to run into people you haven’t seen

On the cover: Photo courtesy Wikipedia: Fireworks on Qatar National Day 2018 in Doha by Ijas Muhammed Photography At top: Rodeo night sunset at the Gibson County Fairgrounds. Above: A rained out midway Friday, July 2021 before the concert.

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in awhile and look at all the exhibits. This is the one place and time of year that folks from all parts of the county come together.

Starting the beginning of August, just as schools start getting underway, the festivals roll into full A tractor ride at the Watermelon Fest swing. In Owensvile their Watermelon Festival begins the first week. It’s aptly named for one of the major crops that come from the surrounding sandy soil. Their library square located in the center of town is a beautiful place to spread out and enjoy small town fun.

The very next weekend, across the county in Oakland City, it’s the Sweet Corn Festival. They have local music, vendors, and lots and lots of sweet corn. It How many guys does it take to load a burgoo

hits just as the corn is ready for harvest and the Lions Club members make multiple trips to local produce growers to restock.

There are also a few area churches that put on some Little League players piled in for the nice events. St. Haubstadt Sommerfest parade Joseph Catholic Church in Princeton holds a strawberry festival with family friendly games and plenty of strawberry pies. If you really want the experience of a “social”, go down to St. James Church the first weekend of August and you’ll see kids of all ages, adults in all stages and fun for the family, with plenty of food.

There’s plenty do to in Gibson County.

The kids at Monroe Pizza rockin’ the ‘50’s look for the Sweet Corn Parade.

pot at the St. James Summer Social?

Food Truck Tuesday is Rockin’ the Fairgrounds The last Tuesday of each month is becoming popular at the fairgrounds. Food trucks roll in, local musicians set up to play and folks drop by to eat and enjoy the evening. This event will continue through the end of September.

Scott Mason entertained the crowd

The crowd enjoyed a variety of food trucks

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Welcome to the 166th Gibson County Fair

A Note from Miss Gibson County

I would like to thank all the sponsors, volunteers, fair board and associate members, and the entire community that help make the fair a success.Without the donations of time, equipment and financial resources it is safe to say that our fair would not be what it is today.

The Gibson County Fair has a rich history of quality family entertainment and events.This year’s fair should continue that heritage. Our fair board members work hard to create an event that everyone can enjoy. Our payment for this effort is watching families making fair memories that last a lifetime. We see the 4H kids learning life lessons, growing up and teaching those life lessons to another generation and swapping their stories of the fair.

Come join us at the 166th Gibson County Fair and let’s swap stories and make some new memories.

Lee Binhack President Gibson County Fair Board Photos provided

Hello Everyone, I am Gracy Key, your 2021 Miss Gibson County. I am the 18year-old daughter of Ross and Shannon Key of Patoka.

This past year serving Gibson County has given me so many great opportunities and memories that I will be forever grateful for. I want to thank my family, friends, our amazing Fair board, and the community, for all the support and love I have received this year.

The Gibson County Fair board puts forth endless amounts of effort to make it possible for the community to enjoy our fair. I invite everyone to come see what the 166th annual Gibson County Fair has to offer! From 4-H projects, livestock shows, and the Mt. Olympus concession stand in the pavilion, to motocross races, the rodeo, the demo derby, and the ERNEST concert in the grandstands, to the amazing food on the midway, there is something for everyone at the Gibson County Fair!

The fair is a place to make memories that will last forever with family and friends. I hope to see you all there July 10th-16th!

Thank you and God Bless, Gracy Key, Miss Gibson County 2021

Owensville Watermelon Festival 2022

Thursday, August 4 Booths Open 2nd Annual tractor Show Baby Contest Bingo Lifetime Achievement Award Queen Pageant Friday, August 5 Booths Open

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Tractor Show Bingo & Firetruck Rides Cornhole Tournament Little Miss Pageant Guys Being Dudes

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Saturday, August 6 Watermelon Run/Walk 8 am Children’s 1/4 Mile Fun Run 9 am Parade Line-Up 9:30 am

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Watermelon Parade 10:30 am Watermelon Fest Cruise-In 12-3 pm ATV run Sign-Ups Noon Watermelon Games Noon ATV Run 1-4 pm Watermelon Fest Talent Contest 1 pm Bingo 1 pm Not So New Newlywed Game 6 pm Doubles Cornhole Tournament 6 pm

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Sunday 7/10/2022 7:00 PM Truck & Tractor Pull

Gibson County Fair Schedule

Pre-Fair Events

7 PM Friday, July 8th Miss Gibson County Princeton Community HS Auditorium

Indiana Hot Farm and Farmers’ Pull

FREE ADMISSION DAILY FOR LUNCH TILL 2 PM

Monday

NOON Bear Hollow Wood Carvers 4, 6, 8 PM Bear Hollow Wood Carvers

7/11/2022 7:00 PM Indiana Truck Pullers Antique Tractor Pull

Tuesday 7/12/2022 7:00 PM Drag Racing

Wednesday 7/13/2022 7:00 PM IPRA Championship RODEO

Fair Opens - Sunday, July 10th

Midway Midway

Wood Carvings Silent Auction Continues Till Saturday Midway

4 PM 5 PM 6 PM 7 PM 7 PM 7 PM

Wood Carvings Silent Auction Starts Brady’s Amusements Opens Farmers’ Pull Track #2 Lucas Oil Truck & Tractor Pull Southern Indiana Farm Stock Pull Open Karaoke sign up day of

Monday, July 11th NOON, 4, 6, 8 PM 5 PM 7 PM 7 PM 7 PM

Bear Hollow Wood Carvers Bear Hollow Wood Carvers Brady’s Amusements Opens Play ‘N’ Hooky Pedal Tractor Pull Indiana Truck Pull Track #1 Antique Tractor Pull Track #2

Tuesday, July 12th Kiddie Day NOON 1 PM NOON, 3, 6, 8 PM 1-4 PM

Kiddie Day Registration Free Games, Prizes, and much more Bear Hollow Wood Carvers Bear Hollow Wood Carvers Brady’s Amusements Open Kiddy rides only

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Thursday 7/14/2022 7:00 PM Motocross Bikes & Quads

Friday 7/15/2022 Beer Garden 6-11:30 PM Concert Starts 8:00 PM Grandstand Seating FREE

Trackside $10 You may bring a lawn chair

Saturday 7/16/2022 7:00 PM Demo Derby 4 Classes Plus Power Wheels

3 PM 5 PM 7 PM 7 PM

Military Personnel Admitted FREE Tonight with ID Brady’s Amusements Reopens Midway Princess & Mini Princess Contest Carnaby Stage Drag Racing Grandstands

Wednesday, July 13th

5 PM Brady’s Amusements Opens 5, Circus Comedy Side Show 6:30, 8 PM Circus Comedy Side Show 7 PM Live Music Kenna Elpers 7 PM Latting IPRA Championship Rodeo

Midway Midway Carnival Midway Carnaby Stage Grandstands

Thursday, July 14th Family night $10 per car load 5 PM Brady’s Amusements Opens 5, Circus Comedy Side Show 6:30, 8 PM Circus Comedy Side Show 5:30 PM Motorcross Heats 7 PM Live Music Blackford Creek 7 PM Motocross Bikes & Quads Finals

Friday, July 15th

5 PM Brady’s Amusements Opens 5, Circus Comedy Side Show 6:30, 8 PM Circus Comedy Side Show 6 PM Beer Garden 7 PM Live Music “Descent” 8 PM Concert with Ernest

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5 PM Brady’s Amusements Opens 5, Circus Comedy Side Show 6:30, 8 PM Circus Comedy Side Show

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Midway Top of the Midway

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7 PM 7 PM 7 PM

Hog Pinning Ag Track Live Music with Blackstone Carnaby Stage DEMO DERBY Grandstands Fair Admission Admission $8.00 Daily - Age 9 and under FREE Advance Sale Season Pass for all 7 days $30 includes Queen Pageant may be purchased at the Fair Office

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WIN Energy Presented Grants

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The WIN Energy REMC Community Trust recently presented five grants totaling $16,657.40 awarded to the following organizations: • Humane Society of Sullivan County received $3,291.20 to purchase insulation for their attic and ductwork.

• Petersburg Police Department received $1,366.20 to purchase a speed check radar for a patrol vehicle.

• St. Mary’s Community Kitchen & Pantry received $3,000 to purchase a commercial freezer.

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9 AM - Classic Car Show 1 PM - Pageants Begin 4 PM - Parade & Opening Ceremony 9 AM - Poultry Show 7 PM - Contest Horse Show

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9 AM - Goat Show 6:30 PM - Swine Show

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• The Isaiah 1:17 Project received $5,000 towards a security system for their building.

• YMCA Camp Carson received $4,000 to purchase canoes and water safety equipment for the camp.

The Operation Round Up program allows WIN Energy REMC members to reach out to worthy causes in their communities and work together to help others.

Thank you to those members who round up their electric bills to the next highest dollar each month. Since the inception of the program in May 2013, 193 grants have been awarded to local organizations totaling over $595,000. Your small change is really making a big difference for organizations in our community.

Grants are awarded quarterly, with the next round of grants being awarded in September. Applications are due by August 1st to be considered for the September disbursement. Any charitable organization within the WIN Energy REMC service territory is eligible to apply. Organizations do not have to be a member of WIN Energy REMC. LIVE SILE MUS N I Applications can be picked up at any C T SPEC AUCT IA IO of the three WIN Energy REMC GIVE L GUES N FOO AWAY TS D BO S offices or downloaded at http:// C O & BAUTEST K THS www.winenergyremc.com. Download ID B MUCY CONT H MO EST the most recent application online as RE! periodic updates are made.

*Cornhole, water slide, activities, goat Olympics

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7 PM – Rodeo $10

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7 PM – Demo Derby $10 $5 PARKING

*Sponsored by Pike County Farm Bureau & AES Indiana

4-H EXHIBIT BUILDINGS OPEN DAILY AT 5 PM

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Pike County 4-H Fair is located at the fairgrounds inside Hornady Park in Petersburgh, IN For full schedule of more info call Pike County 4-H at 812-354-6838 or see our Facebook page at Pike County 4-H Fair

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From left to right: Peg Callis, Jim Sexstone, and Heather Pierce

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St. Joe Kicked off Summer with Strawberry Festival Photos: Jancey Smith

Sunday, June 5th, was Strawberry Festival day at St. Joseph Church.

This annual event was interrupted the last few years but a nice crowd came to show their support. There were BBQ dinners, the popular basket raffle and of course, strawberry pies, strawberry ice cream and strawberry topping.

This year they held a raffle for an EZ turn Hustler mower. The lucky winner was Richard Paul. They were able to raise more than $11,000 for the church from the raffle alone. There were games for children and adults alike.

Angie Paul took a seat on the EZ turn mower that was raffled off.

Father Gary was a real trooper and spent some time in the dunk tank.

Tom Memmer (right) took a turn passing out the necklaces for the heads or tails game.

The cutest little strawberry of the bunch.

July 30, 2022 Organized by: City of Princeton Parks and Recreation Department 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Lafayette Park • Each school will have a designated area to pick up their supplies (backpacks are already stuffed).

• Limited supplies, cannot guarantee every student will receive a full list of their supplies

• One backpack per student, while supplies last • Event is for K-8 students in the North Gibson School Corporation • Students MUST be present to pick up supplies and accompanied by a parent or guardian

Anyone wishing to donate supplies, please contact Jess Denbo at jesscason2316@gmail.com or the Princeton Parks Department Office.

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Haubstadt Sommerfest was Smokin’ Hot

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Photos: Jancey Smith

The Oakland City Lions

Sweet Corn Festival

The weekend of June 16th-18th was the annual Haubstadt Sommerfest.

Natives return home this weekend for class reunions and to catch up with old friends. It’s a tradition.

It was a warm weekend but there were plenty who came out for rides, a parade, food booths, music and the bierstube.

August 11th-13th, 2022 Parade: Sat. Aug. 13th 10am Family Fun & Food

Chicken Dinners Live Music Corn on the Cob Vendors Pork Chops Petting Zoo Baby Contest Pet Parade Corn Eating Contest Above: The Knights of St. John has some visitors on Thursday night looking to cool off.

Bicycle Give Away

Left: Stella Horstman and Claire Lamey came out to the festival with their parents and grandparents to continue a family tradition.

German favorites were served by the Knights of Columbus and the Daughters of Isabella. Their handmade Kraut Balls were a big favorite.

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Photos: Jancey Smith

The annual Beauty for Ashes Pageant to support the Isaiah 1:17 Project was held Saturday, June 11th, at Hillside UMC. This year there were 37 contestants registered.

Due to the increasing reach of the Isaiah Project reaching more kids in foster care, many of the contestant were from the surrounding area such as Mt. Vernon, Vincenes, Mt. Carmel and Pike County. In the five years of the pageants’ history, it’s raised over $25,000 for foster care.

Teen Miss: Daisy Cardinal

Photos: Jancey Smith

This year’s summer drama camp dates were Monday, June 6th, through Friday, June 10th. In just one week the children put together an incredible show which had performances Friday night and Saturday afternoon. Both shows were at near capacity audiences with rave reviews from all. This is becoming an increasingly popular event for Gibson County students.

Above: In Saturday’s performance Gracie Mann performed the role of Annie.

Right: Hudson Abbey had the role of President Franklin Roosevelt on Saturday.

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Left: Junior Miss winner: Abbi Knepp Above: Mini Miss winner: Kynlee Brown

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Dakota Moore and his family had the honor of representing Gibson County and Indiana Special Olympics at the USA Special Olympic games in Orlando, Florida, the beginning of June.

Dakota was a winner in track and field.

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The Broadway Players Performance had Crowds Rolling

Photos: Jennifer MacKay

The Sensuous Senator may have been one of the funniest plays yet put on by the Broadway Players.

Uncle Dave’s last radio interview was with the Broadway Players.

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Camp Carson Celebrated Birthday Photos provided

Photos: Jancey Smith

Saturday evening, June 4th, YMCA Camp Carson held a birthday party for to kick off the season. After dinner camp alumni got to meet the counselors, and they held an auction that raised $1,729 for camper scholarships.

Thursday, June 16th was a hot one, but Gibson County’s Habitat for Humanity held their annual golf scramble at the Princeton Country Club. They had 27 golfers and a record 26 hole sponsors. Lunch was in the air conditioning and provided by Klinkers.

It was a beautiful night for a party with the staff and visitors at YMCA’s Camp Carson.

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Left: Golfing started at 8 a.m. because of the heat but there was a good turnout.

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VFW #2714 Fort Branch Kitchen open Thur. & Fridays to the public *Post meetings now 3rd Tuesday monthly at 6:30 **Treasure is back Mondays at 7pm

FREE Hearing Aid Screening The Center for Seniors (behind Rural King) Every Wednesday Call 812-202-0922 for apt.

~ Class Reunions ~

Owensville Carnagie Library Activities Geri Fit Senior Exercise Class Tue. & Thur. 9:30 am Adult Eucher every Wed. noon Classes at Chapter 2 Building For info call 812-724-3335

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Princeton Moose Lodge Saturday, July 23rd 6 pm

Salvation Army Gibson St., Princeton Fridays, July 22nd 8 am - 1 pm

Steelman Park Farmers Market Owensville Square July 9th & 23rd Saturday, 8am - 2 pm local produce, crafts & food trucks To be a vendor call 812-724-3335 or 812-215-9985

Blood Drive K of C, Princeton Monday, July 18th 2 - 6 pm Call for appointment 1-800-733-2767

Karaoke Night

Homemade Ice Cream Fundraiser Saturday, Aug. 20th Presbyterian Church Patoka

Music at The Center for Seniors

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Princeton Moose Lodge Saturday, July 15th, 8 pm Open to the public

Monday, Aug. 8th 6 - 8 pm Red Dawn Archery

PCHS class of 1977 is having their 45th reunion Sept.

23rd-24th. Friday Homecoming Parade & Tailgate.

Dinner at Dick Clark’s Sat. 24th at 6 p.m. Contact Debbie Bateman for reservations (812) 664-1981.

Tuesdays at 12:15 July 5th Wayward Musicians July 19th Silver Picks/Dulcimers

~ Local Fairs & Festivals ~ Gibson County Fair -

Fun at the Gibson County Fairgrounds

See page 6 for details

Monday, July 4th Fireworks Sunday-Saturday, July 10th-16th Gibson County Fair Saturday, July 30th National Football Auction Saturday, August 13th Collectors Carnival & Flea Market Saturday, August 27th Comedian Donnie Baker

July 10th-16th

See page 5 for details

Pike County Fair July 23-30th

Owensville Watermelon Festival August 4th-6th

Jasper Strassenfest -

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August 5th-6th

St. James Summer Social Sunday, August 7th

See page 9 for details

Oakland City Sweet Corn Festival August 11th-13th

Evansville Frog Follies August 26th-Aug 28th

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Amer. Legion #256

~ Help with Food in the Community ~ Salvation Army Food Pantry Gibson St., Princeton Mondays & Wednesdays 9-11:30 am & 1-3 pm

Salvation Army Free Grab & Go Meal

UMC Delivers Dinners Hillside Church, Princeton Monday, July 11th Call 812-385-2910 by 2:30 pm

Fort Branch Every Wednesday 9 am - 11 am

Haubstadt Food Pantry

Food Pantry for Seniors

New Life House of Prayer 208S. West St, Haubstadt 1st and 3rd Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Salvation Army Free Food Give Away Gibson St., Princeton Tuesdays, July 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, 9-10 am Fridays, July 15th & 29th, 2:30 - 3:30 pm Check Facebook for details

Mackey Salem UMC Community Meal Tuesday, July 19th 11am - 12:30 pm proceeds go to E. G. food pantry

Monthly Car & Bike Show Mom’s Diner, Oakland City Friday, July 1st, 6 - 8 pm

Lord’s Pantry

Gibson St., Princeton Tue. July 12th & 19th 4:30 - 5:30 pm

JOY Club Bingo

Oakland City 1st Saturday each month.

All you can eat breakfast 7 am - 10 am, $10 for biscuits & gravy, eggs, sausage, fried potatoes & pancakes

Cruise-In at the Square

Salvation Army, Gibson St., Princeton Sat., July 16th, 4-6 pm

K of C Bingo Open to Public every Thursday Princeton K of C, 6 pm

Food Truck Tuesdays Gibson County Fairgrounds Tuesday, July 26th, 4-8 pm Food & Live Music

Princeton Square Monday, July 4th, 5:30 pm

Broadway Players Auditions for War of the Worlds Princeton Theater Thursday, Aug. 4th at 6 pm Saturday, Aug. 6th at 2 pm

The Senior Center, Princeton, Wednesday, July 13th & 27th 1 - 3 pm

Gibson County is full of things to do.

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Neighbor to Neighbor Program Offers Opportunities The Neighbor to Neighbor Program strengthens families and the community. When finances are out of control, all areas of life are hurt. Neighbor To Neighbor helps to establish sensible, workable financial practices that can benefit participants and their families. The goal of this faith-based, life-skills-education program is to help participants move away from financial dependence on social service agencies and toward self-sufficiency.

Neighbor to Neighbor is offered by St Joseph Parish in Princeton and Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Evansville.

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In the early 1900s, grocery stores sometimes offered home delivery services.

Homemakers would place their orders with the shopkeeper, typically for common items such as lour, salt, sugar, coffee, tea, or dairy items, and a delivery truck such as the one in the photo would bring the items to the homemaker’s doorstep.

This photo shows Fort Branch local Elmer Richie providing fast delivery service in his Model T truck. Richie operated this grocery service during the early 1920s along McCreary Street in Fort Branch, Indiana. Richie also operated a sawmill at the corner of Highway 168 and Church Street, and he sold bushels of coal to local businesses such as the Fort Branch Public Library.

Participants focus on goal setting in the areas of finance, faith, health, and community. Upon the successful completion of the Neighbor to Neighbor program, participants earn a voucher toward their rent, utilities, or other appropriate expense that will move the person forward to help achieve their goals.

Neighbor to Neighbor is: • A program of personal change • A faith-based journey toward self-sufficiency • For individuals who are employed or employable • A positive, enjoyable group experience.

Neighbor to Neighbor is not: • A quick fix • The answer to everybody’s problems • For persons on a fixed income Hundreds of people have participated in the program over the years, and we have seen firsthand the impact it can have. When Josh (not his real name) contacted Catholic Charities, he was facing several financial challenges. He had large amounts of medical and credit card debt. He was living on a friend’s couch, and his possessions were being stored by a local church. His part-time job was not enough to support his needs. As Josh participated in the Neighbor to Neighbor program, he set goals to move forward. He developed a budget and became more confident that he could become financially stable. After a couple months, Josh obtained a full-time job to provide him additional income. He developed payment plans and made progress in paying off his debt. He even saved enough to sign a lease for an apartment. Through his successful completion of the Neighbor to Neighbor program, Josh not only gained skills and knowledge, but he also received a stipend toward a bill that was holding him back. Josh now has hope for the future.

If you are interested in learning more about the program or attending the Neighbor to Neighbor program, please call St Joseph Parish at 812-3852617 or email stjosephntn@gmail.com.

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Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company promotes Emily Rexing to Assistant Vice President & Mortgage Loan Officer servicing Gibson and surrounding counties.

“We are excited to recognize Emily’s hard work and “As a local to Gibson County, I am dedicated in my dedication to Springs Valley,” said Craig Buse, SEVP & career to help individuals and families achieve the CLO. “She plays an essential role at Springs Valley and American dream of home ownership,” said Emily. her high level of performance has “Helping people reach these goals is great to earned her the promotion.” be a part of.”

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The Toyota Event Center at the fairground was filled with friends, family and coworkers of Dave Kunkel on Sunday, June 5th. After 60 years as a broadcaster, with 28 of those doing the “Going Home Show” at WRAY, Dave’s friends gathered for quite the send off. Some work friends like Steve Lankford and TV weatherman Wayne Hart had a few words to say on his behalf.

Standing on right: Attorney Pam Partenheimer-Mick On Thursday June 9th, the Oakland City Library held a lunch and learn for seniors.

Attorney Pam Partenheimer-Mick gave a presentation on legal forms and tips for when a “What if” situation should occur. Some of the topics included power of attorney wills and trusts. The library’s meeting room was full of attendees all made possible by a grant from the Community Foundation. Watch for other such events on Facebook.

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Polka Dots Play Cafe is Now Open for Fun

The Reinbrecht family, friends and Chamber members celebrate the opening.

The end of May, the Gibson County Chamber of Commerce held a ground breaking ceremony for the Princeton Veterinary Hospital. When it originally opened in 1955 there was only one exam room. They will now have three more exam rooms and will double their surgery rooms to increase the ability to care for our pets more quickly and efficiently. Even though Dr. Jim Feutz is semiretired, there are five other full time veterinary doctors on staff. The J. Koberstein Construction Company is working on the expansion.

On June 1st, the Polka Dots Play Cafe in Haubstadt celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting hosted by the Chamber of Commerce. They offer sweets and drinks for parents while children play in their inventive and creative play area. They promote area businesses by offering Portside Coffee, sweets from LeeAndrea’s, signage from the Fancy Lemon and Artisan ice pops out of Evansville.

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As the Vet Says -

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What Happens When My Dog Gets Too Hot?

Summer is here, with plenty of hot, humid weather. While it’s a great season to spend more time outside with our furry family members, there are some things to watch out for when your dogs are out in the hot weather.

Of course, you know that you should never leave your dog in a parked car. Even with the windows partly open, the temperature inside a parked car climbs very quickly in the summer and will become dangerous to your pet in a matter of minutes. Leave your dogs home when you’re running errands in the summer.

You also need to make sure that your dogs have access to shade and water when they are outside for longer than a bathroom break. Dogs can’t sweat like people do. They cool off by finding cool places to hang out and by panting. Help them out and give them some shade and plenty of water to help them stay cool.

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much (maybe without drooling), and his tongue or gums may look very red. As he gets hotter, you might see vomiting and diarrhea, he might look slow or confused, and he could even collapse or faint.

Heat stress is an emergency. If you notice any of these signs in your dog, call your veterinarian right away. Do not try to give your dog any water or medicines in his mouth. You can place cool, wet towels over your dog to help cool him, but do not try to hose him down or put him in a tub of cold water.

Get advice from your veterinarian on what you can do at home, and where to go for emergency care.

Be safe, stay cool, and enjoy your summer! We’ll see you at the fair!

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Backyard Birds -

Not At First Glance

The smell of fresh cut grass was on my mind because the dreaded mowing day had arrived. While heading towards the shed to fire up the mowing beast for laps around the yard, I saw a bird that landed in the grass about 25 feet just ahead of me. I didn’t think much of it at first. As I took a second glance it occurred to me that this little guy was not familiar.

The investigation had begun once I was aware there was a bird in my backyard that I didn’t recognize. I looked in some of my books for a picture similar to what I saw. Not coming to a speedy conclusion, I put my investigative work on hold for another day. About a week went by and while out mowing (again), I noticed another bird similar to the first one, but this one had slightly different colors that were more muted. I believed that I may have just seen the female version of the same species. Most female bird species are when adorned in camouflaging colors for purposes of blending into their surroundings.

I knew I may now have the information to be able to solve my mystery. I had now witnessed a male and female to look up in my books. I went back and started digging through more pictures. I was soon online

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The Eastern Phoebe seems to be a simple bird at first, but upon further investigation they are quite interesting with a big surprise. One thing interesting is they are quite the accomplished recycler. In a world where so many are recycling, the Eastern Phoebe has been doing its share long before most of us thought about recycling. The phoebe doesn’t build a new nest every year. They will find an old robin’s nest and remodel it to their own style. Their choice of nest could also come from an old barn swallow nest. Miss Phoebe will start decorating it with a little moss, a little dried grass with mud and animal hair. If they do end up building a new nest from scratch they will freshen it up each subsequent year.

Another interesting fact is the Eastern Phoebe will sit on a low perch twitching its tail in an up down motion as if to control its balance. It does this while watching for insects and singing their song with a raspy “Fee-bee” sounding call, all the while they are alone.

Spending their time this way, the phoebe is a solitary bird. The male and female mated pair don’t even hang around each other. In fact they will not be seen in groups either; however, here is the surprise.

While doing my research for this the little fellow I found out they want to hang out with people. So, yes instead of being with their mate or other phoebes, they prefer to hang out with us.

In fact they are attracted to people to the point of landing on their head. I also found a video titled “Eastern Phoebe is way too friendly”. Each time this man takes a walk, Mr. Phoebe joins him by sitting on his cell phone that he is trying to film with. The gentleman held his finger up to the phone and the feller climbed aboard and sat there quite nicely and looked so handsome. Shortly after that Mr. Phoebe soon flew up and landed on the man’s head.

When you read the comments and posts that people had left from watching this video you will see that many others have had the same experience with the Eastern Phoebe in their yards. They each thought they were the only ones with that experience until watching this man.

What a world we live in. Birds in our yards that want to sit on our heads, fingers and phone. Who would have thought? All I need to do now is to walk around my yard with my phone and see what happens.

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Water, water everywhere?

Here we are in July. If this July is like so many of our typical July’s, then the spigot that was turned on in May has long been shut off. How do we know how much we should water our plants during the dry season? Is it possible to water them too much?

First keep an eye on the forecast. While it is not always accurate it might prevent you from wasting your tap water and help to keep your water bill down. If the forecasters are off the mark then water the next morning. A day will not make a difference as long as things have not gotten too dried out.

When you decide it is time, water deeply. Garden plants need approximately 1 – 1.5 inches of water per week for optimal health of the plants. This is true whether it is a vegetable, flowering or fruit plant.

After you have done this do not water again for a week. Many people water too little at one time and this causes plants to develop shallow root systems which will dry out much faster.

Can you overwater plants? Absolutely! Your plants need oxygen and when the soil is saturated this forces the oxygen out of the soil. The oxygen is as important to the plant as water. If it has rained excessively wait for the soil to start to dry out before watering again.

What about your indoor plants that you have decided to place outside for the summer? They will definitely

need more water that when you kept them inside because they will dry out quicker. Also if you decide to plant a new tree, shrub, or something of that nature, it will need more water until the root system has the opportunity to become established.

Once they begin to get established you can start to cut back on your watering.

An option that might be considered next spring is the use of a rain barrel.

Research has shown that for every one inch of rainfall, one downspout can send 12 gallons of water per minute to a barrel. One barrel can capture 1300 gallons of water! You can also help the environment by reducing the amount of rain that causes various pollutants to wash into the drainage system. There are many options available for rain barrels and the information can be found readily on the internet. A good source of information for all gardening tips can be found at Purdue University website. Happy summer and here’s hoping your gardens are beautiful all season long!

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Lyles Station Celebrated New Beginnings and Juneteenth On Saturday, June 18th, Lyles Station celebrated Juneteenth, the announcement of the end of slavery.

Rhea Jones-Price was the guest speaker and former board member, Joyce Gooch Granger was honored for her service.

There was also a recognition ceremony for Toyota Motor Manufacturing for their donation towards the outdoor shelter and Tim’s Awesome BBQ provided dinners.

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A crowd enjoyed food provided by Tim’s Awesome BBQ and listened to music as they ate for the annual New Beginning celebration at Lyles Station.

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Gibson General Hospital

Picturing the Past

Story and photos: Mayor Greg Wright

Gibson General Hospital had its roots go back to 1906, when Doctors R. S. Anderson, Frank Blair, and A. L. Zilliak constructed the Princeton Sanatorium at 419 West State Street. The facility opened on January 24, 1907.

This hospital was only opened for three years closing its doors in 1910. By 1917, Princeton residents rallied to reopen the hospital under the guidance of the Methodist Hospital Corporation of Indiana, with our own local board, and as a branch of the main hospital in Indianapolis. By 1941, the name of Gibson General Hospital was chosen and folks soon began to realize that the building, originally built to facilitate 20 patients, was now serving 44 beds and 16 bassinets.

With the end of the war and an ever increasing and aging population, it became apparent, the building was simply too small.

When the early 1960’s rolled around and Princeton had began her expansion towards the West, Mr. and Mrs. M. R. Lankford donated several acres of land for a new hospital building, in their newly formed housing addition called Tower Heights. Gibson General Hospital was officially dedicated on January 19, 1962.

The old Sanitarium on State Street in Princeton, circa 1907.

Gibson General Hospital in 1962.

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Coming in July!

“Steamboat a Comin: The Legacy of the New Orleans” Exhibit from the Indiana Historical Society. First steamboat to successfully voyage down the Ohio River!

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Friday, July 8: We will have a block-party-style celebration as a Completion Program for our patr ons who finished Summer Reading Program at the Haubstadt Library (outside) from 10 am - 12 pm.

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Thursday, July 14: Classic Book Club will meet at Haubstadt Libr ar y at 6 pm to discuss “She Got Up Off The Couch” by Haven Kimmel. Book copies are available at Haubstadt Library. Make sure you sign up!

Friday, July 15: Adult Game Night will be held at Haubstadt Libr ar y fr om 6:30 - 9:30 pm. Don’t forget to sign up if you plan to attend. There will be pizza provided, and attendees can bring snacks to share.

Monday, July 18: Book Sale at Fort Branch Library. Located in the upper level of the Carnegie building. Monetary donations accepted.

Tuesday, July 19: Modern Book Club will meet at Haubstadt Libr ar y at 6 pm to discuss “The Sometimes Daughter” by Sherri Wood Emmons. Book copies are available at both locations. Make sure you sign up!

Wednesday, July 20: Grab & Go Kids Activity kits will be available for fr ee during open hours at both locations. This month’s activity is matching cards!

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A Tour of Niagara Falls Unlike Any You Will See Anywhere Else If you’re looking for a summer vacation, a trip to Niagara Falls may be a good choice for you. A visit to Niagara Falls is a honeymoon with the sights and sounds of nature at their best, an usual experience of harmony with nature. It is an ideal location to experience a harmonious relationship with nature, a place like no other in the U.S. You can experience the wonderful sights and sounds of the power of water suddenly cascading over a 135foot cliff, a mesmerizing experience. Watching a large volume of water as it drops majestically over the falls and then hear the thunderous sound of the water suddenly disappearing over the edge of rocks will be a thrilling experience.

My videos and photos will take you to the very edge of the American Falls and the Canadian Horseshoe Falls.

A beautiful rainbow of color created by the mist of the falling water will delight the eye on a sunny day. At night the waters of both of the falls are illuminated with powerful colored lights, a specular sight.

You can experience plowing through the churning waters of the Niagara River while riding on the “Maid of the Mist” boat. In the winter the mist from the falls coats the trees and rocks around the falls with a snow-white coating of frozen mist.

Skylon Tower, Ontario, Canada, offers a specular view of both the American Falls and Canadian Horseshoe Falls from 775 above the Niagara River. You can ride to the top of the Skylon observation tower in a glass enclosed elevator, a thrilling experience.

On the Canadian side of the Niagara River, you will discover the Dinosaur Park, a huge Skywheel standing over 170 feet tall with air-conditioned, enclosed gondolas warmed in cool weather and cooled in warm weather

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On Saturday, May 14th, thirty-five TMMI members set up a production line modeled after their work place and made 100 bicycles in three hours for foster care kids.

Community volunteers, Isaiah 1:17 Project volunteers and TMMI club members handed out these bicycles on Saturday May 28th.

The week prior, there was an online course focusing on bicycle safety put on by Bruce Vanoven, and the kids were also able to see virtually how their bicycles were made. Hopefully next year this will be a live event.

The ARC of SW Indiana helped by making gift bags for the children which included helmets. For those with disabilities, there were also bicycles foster children with special needs made possible by a grant from TMMI.

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Business Updates

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Kant Brewery Opened in Ft. Branch Fort Branch has a new brewery in town.

Kant Brewery Company opened its doors on May 28th.

The brewery is located at 108 W. Locust Street ands serves a select variety of beers, snacks and charcuterie boards.

Outdoor dining is an option.

Jim’s Used Furniture Has Retired After owning a storefront on the corner of Brumfield and Hart Street in Princeton since 1985, Jim Welch has retired. The over 100 year old building that was Jim’s Used Furniture was sold in May. Jim is now taking it easy and keeping up with his western TV shows and books.

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Santa Claus native Brent Kaiser opened Hoosier Pain and Posture in May 2022. It’s located next to Polka Dots Play Cafe on Hwy. 68 in Haubstadt.

Brent went to Indiana University for undergraduate studies and received his doctorate from Life West Chiropractic College in the San Francisco bay area. He moved “home” to Santa Claus from New Jersey, in November 2021.

Flora Junes Helped Addiction Solutions

Donnie Bishop announced a prize that Klinker’s donated.

Flora June’s Scoop Shoppe held an event on Sunday, June 12th to help Addictions Solution group.

They are trying to open a women’s home like the one for men on the corner of Emerson and Seminary Streets in Princeton.

There was BBQ served as well as ice cream. and singers from the Vertical Church in Fort Branch performed. There was a large crowd supporting their efforts.

Cindy Stalker (left) came to support the folks at Addictions Solution and enjoy some ice cream.

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Business Updates

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The old church on the corner.

Across the road from CVS in Princeton, where the church was located at 907 W. Broadway, will be the new home of the Dollar General Store currently at W. Broadway

by Walker’s Hometown Store.

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The team at Smokers Host Discount Tobacco did some grilling and offered chips, drinks and held a drawing for door prizes.

They wanted to thank their loyal customers for making their first year a success.

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Right: Workers and customers chatted while door prizes were handed out.

The Center for Seniors Welcome New Director

Church Will Be Moving to the Square

As of May 31, Ronda Colbert has taken over the executive director position at the Center for Seniors.

She is excited to get started in her new role.

Ronda lives in Owensville with her husband Ernie, and they have two children and seven grandchildren. She formerly worked at the WIC office and has a bachelor’s degree from Oakland City University.

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The Bethany Christian Church is currently holding services Sunday morning at Showplace Cinemas; however they will be moving. They will be occupying the old JC Penny building on the north side of the Princeton Square.

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Every once in awhile a business opportunity can land in your lap. That’s what happened to the women-owned business Make Your Mark, which is owned by Emily Wright and Lenae Greenwell.

Emily bought the business five years ago, which once was Flip Flop Embroidery shop, started by Jennifer Riley. Emily had been doing the accounting for the previous ownerss.

Lenae Greenwell had been working for Dr. Neuhoff, local optometrist who retired last year. She was looking for something part time to balance life with children. The two combined forces late last year.

Neither had any formal training in making T-shirts or doing embroidery but learned as they went. It helped that Emily had been around the business for three years on the accounting side.

The business started with embroidery work, then expanded to transfers for Tshirts, and now to custom silk screen shirts. Some of the most popular embroidery work is names on baby Emily Wright & Lenae Greenwell blankets, back packs and logos for businesses on hats, shirts and uniforms.

The retail shop is located on West Street in Princeton, where the Bureau of Motor Vehicles used to be near the Princeton Theater. That’s where they stock a variety of school spirit apparel, which are their most popular items. They have everything from hats, to sweatshirts, T-shirts and basketball jerseys.

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Business Today continued expand to brick and mortar storefronts, Make Your Mark has always done most of their business at the shop by selling ready to wear apparel and taking custom orders.

They have now expanded to online sales as well. By going to their website, you can browse a selection of items whether it be clothing, or an assortment of business apparel. These can all be customized, and the ladies strive for a two week turn around.

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they save the designs on paper so that they can easily make more when needed.

Although COVID was hard on many of us, it hit Make Your Mark as well. There were no team sports, The ROQ press that prints shirts. activities or groups ordering much of anything. However, these ladies have not only bounced back but have now expanded. When RPM Tool moved to Holtzmeyer Tool and Die, the ladies were able to take part of that space to open a production facility.

They were able to start moving equipment into the new building in April and just had a screen printing machine delivered April 27th. With only two days of training, they are rocking out large orders of T-shirts for local events. The annual Cruzin for Critters held by Gibson County Animal Services was one of the Their drying machine. shirts that the Lenae and Emily demonstrated at their recent open house.

When they do a custom screen print shirt there are nine different steps from design to finished product. The graphic is printed on film, much like a camera negative onto a screen, and then it has to be processed so the image on the plate can be put onto the big machine. The squeegies push ink through the mesh image onto the cloth a color at a time. Their new machine has eight stations of color and then goes through a drying process where the image is cured onto the material. The ROQ press rotates all eight stations in just one minute thereby

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Family, friends and Chamber members came to celebrate the expansion.

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When asked about their favorite part of running this woman-owned business, Lenae replied, “Everyday brings a new challenge.” Emily answered that she “likes meeting the people and hearing their different stories of why they’re getting the custom shirts.”

What’s the most difficult part of the job? The ladies replied, “Maintaining the balance with two locations and keeping everything organized.”

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The Cooking Corner

Sum m er Parties

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Tis the season of fair food, festivals, and cookouts.

It’s time to get outside, travel, and enjoy some new spaces, faces and food. In the last few years, food trucks have been increasingly popular and so have charcuterie boards. It’s nice to try something new.

It’s not that charcuterie boards are new, because they’ve been around for more than a few years.

However, over the last few years their popularity has finally trickled down to our corner of the state. A few months ago, a local cafe hosted a charcuterie board night. They had a restaurant from Evansville come in to give a demonstration on how to build a board. I thought it seemed like a great idea, but the timing was off for me to take advantage of the lesson.

Technically speaking charcuterie is a French word that refers to the preparation of cured meats. Think of a tray of salami, pepperoni, bacon, prosciutto and other similar meats. As times have changed, the presentation of a charcuterie board now looks more like a fancy meat, cheese and veggie tray with dipping sauces served on a wooden platter.

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But if there’s a way to dress it up a little, why not?

Recently I was invited to an outdoor summer charcuterie party. In a midwestern sense, it was kind of like a potluck Fillipino style. One of my friends from the Gibson-Wabash Fil Am group, Merly Ross, held a lawn party on a nice summer evening. She sat tables up down the sidewalk in the center of her front yard, asked folks to drop by, and bring what they had, which is just what they did.

Living here for just 10 years, Merly got her ideas from Pinterest and made a board of chicken dumplings, meatballs with BBQ sauce for dipping, mini hotdogs stuffed with cheese (from the Asian store) and banana ketchup.

There was also an interesting little relish as the centerpiece.

She admitted that the tray she carried out which was her “charcuturie” board was actually some home decor. It’s quite alright to improvise.

Her friends arrived on “island time” (within 30 minutes or so of the beginning) and brought an assortment of goodies. For some it was a simple bowl of watermelon, for another is was a meat, cheese and cracker tray and there was also an interesting bread board. It contained banana

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bread, ham and egg salad sandwiches. Fruit trays and a meat and cheese tray were also on hand just to make sure there were plenty of options.

As her friends arrived, more food was added, lawn games began and music started to float through the yard.

What a good time!

If you want to try your hand at having a unique summer party, a charcuterie board party could be fun, too. After some research here are some ideas for a good time. But here in Gibson County, we’re not all that up tight and can be pretty flexible, so don’t worry yourself silly, just try something new.

Find two breads and two crackers - maybe a French bread or ciabtta to thinly slice and two of your favorite crackers. There are all kinds of cheeses that pair well with different fruit.

Here are some ideas watermelon and Feta, pears and Brie, apple slices and Cheddar, strawberries and Ricotta or Benji Williams grabbing a snack raspberries and cream cheese to spread on that bread.

Here’s a few tips. It’s also OK to go ahead and the cut the meat and cheeses a few days early. You can assemble the board ahead of time, cover and refrigerate for the next day. Thank goodness, working in advance saves so much hassle. On the flip side, do not let your food set out longer than two hours. If it’s hot, humid and nasty outside, cut the time to 90 minutes. Fruits and veggies may be able to hang out a little longer, but not meats and cheeses. You don’t want the guilt of anybody getting sick from your party.

What do you use for a board? Something nonporous - a hard wood or something like marble or slate. You don’t want any stray juices soaking in - a serving tray, cutting board, or platter will work, too.

How do you assemble the board? According to my research - first add your sauces, jellies, dips or spreadable in small bowls around the tray. Then add

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your cheeses and place compatible meats nearby.

Add crackers next to cheese, but not near anything that will make them soggy. Finally, top with fruits (grapes) and veggies (cherry tomatoes). Just have fun.

I personally am an appetizer/finger food person - I could make a meal out of just sampling tidbits. I love the variety of a little of this and that, but have yet to try a formal charcuterie board myself. The Navy girl will be home soon and will give me precise instructions. In the meantime, I do have a cheeseball recipe that could fit in right nice on an appetizer board for summer parties. Stay cool, enjoy the sunshine and try new things.

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The Making of Kraut Balls The Daughters of Isabella in Haubstadt have been cranking out kraut balls to help their organization and the Knights of Columbus since 2014. It’s a three day process that takes over 20 volunteers to make over 2,000 kraut balls. This year they made closer to 3,000 for the Haubstadt Sommerfest.

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pounds of cream cheese, 66 eggs, a secret spice blend, plus bread crumbs, which they always seem to run out of, to make these German snacks. They use melon ball scoops to make these treats in golf ball sized bites. They are bagged in amounts of 25 for easy preparation and count.

Sue Alston and Ann Minnis pass them through an egg wash and then roll in bread crumbs.

Left to right: Cindy Adler, Patti Seib, and Mary Kessler pass the kraut balls through an assembly line of volunteers.

The final product: four lightly fried kraut balls served at Sommerfest.

Sts. Peter and Paul’s refrigerator had a stack of kraut ball trays cooling overnight.

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Mom’s Diner Hosted Monthly Car Show

Cruise-In Around the Square Dodged the Drops Last Month

The first Friday of each month, Mom’s Diner in Oakland City holds a car and bike show to benefit the East Gibson food pantry. Due to rain, they had to push it back a week but they still had 48 entries.

Above: The corner of Division Street behind Mom’s Diner is “the” place to gather.

An early rain on Friday, May 27th, put the monthly car show on the Princeton Square in neutral for a time, but it went off without a hitch.

There was still a nice turn out of both cool car contestants and spectators. Look forward to the show on July 4th just before the fireworks display at the fairgrounds.

Above: There was a line of nice rides all along the north side of the square for folks to admire.

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Fort Branch VFW Celebrated 50 Years Photos: Jancey Smith

On Saturday, June 11th, the Fort Branch VFW was the place to be. They celebrated 50 years in their current location and held an event to honor the occasion. There was an auction, music by Rodney Watts, the beer garden was open for games, such as Quail Poop Bingo. They also presented awards to the students who entered annual contests sponsored by the VFW, as well as service recognition awards to members of the community for their support of veterans.

Post Commander Gary Naas awards George Pickersgill for his help to veterans

Dick Weisheit (left) chats with musician Rodney Watts (right).

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